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Water & Sanitation
Jal Jeevan Mission Extended to 2028
The Union Cabinet extended Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) till 2028 with a revised total outlay of Rs 8.69 lakh crore and central assistance of Rs 3.59 lakh crore. JJM 2.0 pivots from infrastructure creation to sustainable service delivery. Originally launched in August 2019 under the Ministry of Jal Shakti.
Foreign Investment
FDI Rules Amended for Land Border Countries
Cabinet amended Press Note 3 (2020) to introduce a 60-day decision timeline for LBC investment proposals. LBCs include China, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, and Afghanistan. LBC beneficial owners with a non-controlling stake of up to 10% may now invest via the automatic route subject to sectoral caps.
Infrastructure
Madurai Airport Declared International
The Union Cabinet declared Madurai Airport in Tamil Nadu as an International Airport to boost tourism, trade, and employment in southern Tamil Nadu. The Cabinet also cleared railway multitracking in West Bengal and Jharkhand (Rs 4,474 crore) and a road project for Noida International Airport connectivity (Rs 3,631 crore).
Defence
Defence Forces Vision 2047 Released
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh released ‘Defence Forces Vision 2047: A Roadmap for a Future-Ready Indian Military’, prepared by HQ Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS). The document outlines transformation into a multi-domain military by India’s centenary of independence, covering Jointness, AI, cyber defence, and Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence manufacturing.
Environment & Textiles
India’s Textile Waste: 70.73 Lakh Tonnes Annually
India generates 70.73 lakh tonnes of textile waste annually — 42% pre-consumer and 58% post-consumer waste. Panipat, Haryana is a major hub for mechanical textile recycling. India’s textile recycling market is projected to reach USD 3.5 billion by 2030, with potential to generate ~1 lakh green jobs.
Judiciary
Passive Euthanasia Allowed in Harish Rana Case
A bench of Justices J.B. Pardiwala and K.V. Viswanathan permitted passive euthanasia for Harish Rana (32), in a permanent vegetative state since 2013. This is the first practical application under the 2023 revised passive euthanasia guidelines, building on the 2018 ‘Common Cause v. Union of India’ ruling (Right to Die with Dignity under Article 21).
Monetary Policy
RBI Revises Bank Dividend Framework
RBI’s revised dividend norms (effective FY 2026–27) cap maximum payout at 75% of Profit After Tax (PAT). Eligibility is now linked to the Common Equity Tier 1 (CET-1) ratio — banks with CET-1 ≤ 8% cannot declare any dividend. This replaces the earlier CRAR and net NPA-based eligibility framework.
Banking
Bank of Baroda Launches Women Sapphire Account
Bank of Baroda launched the ‘bob Women Sapphire Savings Account’ exclusively for women, requiring a Monthly Average Balance (MAB) of Rs 1 lakh. Benefits include Rs 10 lakh cancer care insurance for women aged 18–60, complimentary online doctor consultations, and premium lifestyle privileges.
Sports — Formula 1
2026 F1 Season Opens with Mercedes 1-2
George Russell won the 2026 F1 Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park Circuit, Melbourne on 8 March 2026, with teammate Kimi Antonelli second. Charles Leclerc (3rd) and Lewis Hamilton (4th) both drove for Ferrari. The race was the first under new 2026 regulations featuring a 50-50 ICE and electrical power split.
Sports — Cricket
Mandhana Retains No.1 in ICC Women’s ODI Rankings
Smriti Mandhana retained the No.1 spot in ICC Women’s ODI batting rankings with 790 rating points. Jemimah Rodrigues slipped to 12th after India’s 3-0 ODI series defeat to Australia. Harmanpreet Kaur stayed at 8th. BCCI announced a Rs 131 crore reward for the T20 World Cup 2026-winning squad — the highest ever.
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What is the revised total outlay for Jal Jeevan Mission after the 2026 Cabinet extension?
Rs 8.69 lakh crore
Extended till 2028; central assistance revised to Rs 3.59 lakh crore
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What is the new decision timeline for LBC investment proposals under the amended Press Note 3?
60 days
LBCs include China, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, Afghanistan
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Which document outlining India’s military transformation by 2047 was released by Rajnath Singh?
Defence Forces Vision 2047
Prepared by HQ Integrated Defence Staff; covers Jointness, AI, cyber, Atmanirbhar defence
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How much textile waste does India generate annually according to the 2026 Textile Ministry report?
70.73 lakh tonnes
42% pre-consumer, 58% post-consumer; Panipat is key recycling hub
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Under new RBI norms (FY 2026–27), what is the maximum dividend a bank can pay as % of PAT?
75% of PAT
Banks with CET-1 ratio ≤ 8% cannot declare any dividend
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Which Supreme Court bench permitted passive euthanasia for Harish Rana in March 2026?
Justices J.B. Pardiwala & K.V. Viswanathan
First application of 2023 revised guidelines; builds on Common Cause 2018 ruling (Article 21)
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Who finished 2nd in the 2026 F1 Australian Grand Prix to complete a Mercedes 1-2?
Kimi Antonelli
George Russell won; first race under new 50-50 ICE/electric power regulations
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Which Indian cricketer slipped to 12th in ICC Women’s ODI batting rankings in March 2026?
Jemimah Rodrigues
After India’s 3-0 ODI series loss to Australia; Mandhana stayed No.1 with 790 points
Think & Discuss
India at 100: Can the Vision 2047 Military Roadmap Deliver a Truly Self-Reliant Defence Force?
Context from today’s quiz: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh released ‘Defence Forces Vision 2047’ — a blueprint for transforming India’s armed forces into an integrated, AI-powered, multi-domain military by India’s centenary of independence. Simultaneously, the Cabinet is tightening FDI rules for Land Border Countries to protect strategic sectors. The question is whether India can genuinely achieve Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence while remaining globally competitive.
🤔 Your Perspective Matters
India’s Defence Forces Vision 2047 ambitiously envisions jointness across Army, Navy, and IAF; AI and cyber capabilities; and indigenous defence manufacturing — all by 2047. Yet India remains one of the world’s largest arms importers, with deep dependencies on foreign platforms. The LBC FDI restrictions signal strategic caution, but defence indigenisation demands cutting-edge technology partnerships.
Can India realistically become a defence technology powerhouse in 21 years — and what would it take to get there?
Can India realistically become a defence technology powerhouse in 21 years — and what would it take to get there?
- What are the biggest structural barriers to achieving true jointness and multi-domain operations in India’s tri-service structure, and how can they be overcome by 2047?
- How should India balance the strategic imperative of Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence with the practical need for foreign technology transfers and joint ventures — especially when LBC restrictions limit certain investment channels?
- Given that AI and cyber are increasingly decisive in modern warfare, is India’s current investment in these domains adequate, or does Vision 2047 risk remaining a document on paper?
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